Meanwhile, lawmakers pass a controversial $235 million Exelon bailout for two nuclear plants that were slated to close. The governor wants a property tax freeze and term limits in exchange for a budget deal.

Chicago’s deadly year surpassed 700 murders with a month to go. City Council unanimously approves the biggest TIF in history to rebuild the CTA's red line but it will require the demolition of some homes. And the bad news Bears lose Jay Cutler for the season with shoulder surgery.

Joel Weisman and his guests talk about the poisonous atmosphere among lawmakers and Gov. Bruce Rauner in Springfield. With the governor’s approval ratings hovering in the 30-percent range, who will run against him?